Bates Nut Farm

Today we went to Bates Nut Farm. Jorie and I have been going here for our pumpkins for years. Last year Izzy was only 4 months and she just stayed where we put her for pictures. This year it was much more fun with her. She was excited to see the "pum" (her version of pumpkin). She attempted to kiss every pumpkin around her, so we were there for a little while. There were even some bigger then her! She also played in the petting zoo and chased the sheep yelling "baa, baa". There were some chairs in the petting zoo and Izzy decided to arrange and organize them. She completely forgot about all the animals around her! So we moved onto the pony ride. At first she cried when they put the seat belt on her. But as soon as the pony started moving, she was cracking up! I think this was her favorite part. When it was over, she kept telling the guy "again, again"! We then moved over to the tractor ride that takes you around the pumpkin patch. Izzy thought it was a trash truck, so we of course let her think she was riding a trash truck. We ended the day by walking through the country store and looking at all the homemade goodies and holiday decorations. Jorie picked out a hot sauce called ass kicker and I picked out an apple butter. When Izzy started telling the employees "night, night" we knew it was time to go home. It was a good fun day.

Halloween Pictures

I finally got myself a fairy princess! Yesterday I took Izzy to a local photographer for Halloween pictures. Normally I don't pay someone for them but the price was so good I couldn't pass it up. Izzy of course was popping out of every chair we sat her in and running around to explore the room. The only chair she couldn't get out of was a taller wicker stool. I had to sing kid songs, play peek-a-boo behind the photographer, and tickle her with a feather. I looked like a clown! But we got some pretty good pictures. She was so cute running around in her little fairy outfit and spout on top of her head!

Pajama & Pancake Party

Today Izzy and I had over some friends from Carlsbad Munchkins and Mommies. We had Pancakes with all types of toppings and the best part is, we all got to stay in our pajamas! Izzy had so much fun playing with all her friends and kissing all the new babies. She of course got a little jealous when I held one of the new babies. Izzy decided she "needed" to sit on my lap at the same time I was holding the baby! She was very gentle though with them, which surprised me. We had about 10 or 11 babies and 7 mommies over. It was alot of fun, but I am ready for a nap now!

Introducing Isabella Grace

Izzy was born on June 14, 2007. She is our petite and crazy monkey. Isabella has changed every aspect of our lives. Because of her, we cherish each day and milestone she meets. When you see Izzy she is usually running by, climbing, or her new trick.... getting naked! Izzy is a mini version of Jorie with a dash of my attitude! She is very vocal and outgoing, we lovingly call her our Walmart greeter. Right now Izzy can say too many words to count. They range from mama to airplane. She can also do about 7-8 baby signs and lately she is picking them up after a few minutes. Her big accomplishment this week is going down the slide by herself, and she is sooo excited about this! Ok, enough bragging!

A little about my hubby Jorie

Where can I start..... he truly is our hero. He is always striving to move forward in his career so he can provide a comfortable life for us. As of today he is a Firefighter/EMT. He is attending a local college to get his Paramedic degree and graduates in May 2009. His plan is to work in the north county at a fire station full time, hopefully next summer. If you know Jorie well, you know he is outgoing, energetic, fearless (except for spiders!), and comical. He never smiles "normal" for a picture, always makes a face.... making it hard for me to get a frameable family picture! He is a hands on Dad, which actually surprised me a little. I always knew he would be a good Dad, but never thought he would change diapers and get up in the middle of the night. He is my soulmate and my puzzle piece. He is my EXACT opposite and it works for us!

We have a blog!

I'm not all the computer savvy, so bear with me. The other night Jorie was telling me how guilty he felt that we are not able to make all the functions we are invited to, return calls as quickly, or even get together with people as often. So I decided to attempt a blog so we can still feel apart of everyone's lives and everyone can check in with us. So please check in often and leave comments. If you have a blog let me know so we can stalk you too!